Helicobacter cinaedi
Helicobacter cinaedi (pronunciation: hel-ih-ko-bak-ter sin-ay-dee) is a species of Helicobacter, a genus of Gram-negative bacteria. It is known to cause infections in humans, particularly in immunocompromised individuals.
Etymology
The name Helicobacter cinaedi is derived from the Greek words helix (spiral) and bacter (rod), referring to the bacterium's spiral shape. Cinaedi is a Latin term meaning "habitual pathic", which refers to the bacterium's tendency to cause recurrent infections.
Infections
Helicobacter cinaedi is known to cause a variety of infections in humans, including cellulitis, bacteremia, and enteritis. It is also associated with gastroenteritis and colitis. The bacterium is often resistant to many common antibiotics, making infections difficult to treat.
Diagnosis and Treatment
Diagnosis of Helicobacter cinaedi infections typically involves blood cultures or stool cultures. Treatment usually involves a combination of antibiotics, although the bacterium's resistance to many common antibiotics can complicate treatment.
Epidemiology
Helicobacter cinaedi is found worldwide, but is particularly common in Japan. It is often found in hospital environments and can be transmitted through contaminated water or food.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Helicobacter cinaedi
- Wikipedia's article - Helicobacter cinaedi
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